Is boiling eggs with perilla leaves effective for treating a baby's cold?

Aug 07, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng

Introduction

If a baby's cold is of the wind-cold type, characterized by mild nasal congestion, clear nasal discharge, chills, and absence of sweating, perilla leaves, which have the effect of dispersing cold and relieving exterior symptoms, can help expel cold pathogens from the body's surface. Eggs provide essential nutrients, and moderate consumption can offer some relief from discomfort. This approach can be used as an adjunctive treatment in such cases. However, it is less effective for wind-heat type colds or severe colds.

Generally, perilla leaf boiled eggs may help alleviate mild cold symptoms caused by wind-cold in infants, but are less effective for wind-heat colds or severe colds. If in doubt, it is recommended to seek medical advice in advance. Detailed analysis is as follows:

If the infant's common cold is of the wind-cold type, characterized by mild nasal congestion, clear nasal discharge, chills without sweating, the cold-dispersing and exterior-resolving properties of perilla leaves can help expel surface cold, while the eggs provide nourishment. In such cases, moderate consumption may offer some relief and can be used as an auxiliary approach.

If the infant's cold is caused by wind-heat, accompanied by symptoms such as red and swollen throat, yellow nasal discharge, fever, or if the cold symptoms are severe, such as high fever and severe coughing, perilla leaf boiled eggs will not effectively relieve the symptoms and may even worsen discomfort due to being unsuitable for the condition. Targeted medical treatment is required in such cases.

When feeding perilla leaf boiled eggs to infants, ensure they are not allergic. When trying for the first time, give a small amount and observe for any reactions. If symptoms do not improve or worsen after consumption, stop immediately and seek medical attention to avoid delaying proper treatment.

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